Open Recruitment Across All Specialties
Position Overview
The Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) is an award-winning health care system dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of Chickasaws and other First Americans through state-of-the-art health care services across Oklahoma. As pioneers in tribal health care management since becoming the first tribe to compact with U.S. Indian Health Service in 1994, we now serve our communities through more than one million patient encounters annually.
Growing Opportunities
The Chickasaw Nation features a diverse economic portfolio with 100+ successful businesses and more than 14,000 employees, contributing $5.5 billion annually to Oklahoma's economy. This strong foundation ensures stability and continued growth for our health care initiatives.
We are currently expanding with a state-of-the-art medical complex near Oklahoma City, featuring inpatient care, emergency services and advanced surgical capabilities. This is an exciting time to join our team as we grow to serve more communities.
Multiple Modern Facilities
- Award-winning Chickasaw Nation Medical Center in Ada - 72-bed state-of-the-art medical center
- Specialized clinics in Ardmore, Purcell, and Tishomingo
- Expanding with a new state-of-the-art medical complex near Oklahoma City
- Virtual medical visit program capabilities
Advanced Technology & Support
- Collaborative, mission-driven teams
- Comprehensive specialty support across departments
- State-of-the-art technology and equipment
- Transitioning to Epic EMR system by end of 2025
- Manageable patient volumes allowing for quality care
Teaching & Research Opportunities
- Work with residents and medical students who are frequently part of our care team
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible scheduling options based on specialty
- Limited or no on-call requirements in many positions
- Predictable hours with clear coverage expectations
- Extensive time off and holiday benefits
Exceptional Benefits Package
- Competitive salaries with annual bonus opportunity (non-RVU based incentive program)
- Insurance
- 100% paid medical and dental for providers
- 95% paid coverage for entire family
- Federal Tort Malpractice coverage at no cost
- Generous Time Off
- 120 hours vacation
- 13 annual holidays (includes birthday)
- Unlimited sick leave accrual
- Dedicated CME time
- Financial Benefits
- 401K with 5% employer match
- Substantial CME allowance
- Professional society membership reimbursements
- Oklahoma license cost reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan repayment options
- Additional Employee Benefits
Growth & Development
- Leadership opportunities across departments
- Advanced technology training
- Clinical Skills/Simulation Lab access
- Supportive onboarding programs
- Professional development pathways
Ideal Locations
- Affordable cost of living
- Family-friendly communities
- Rich cultural experiences
- Outdoor recreational activities
- Proximity to major metropolitan areas
We Are Seeking Dedicated Professionals Across:
- Advanced Practice Providers (NP, PA, CRNA, CNM)
- Allied Health Professionals
- Behavioral Health Specialists
- Dental Professionals
- Nursing Staff
- Physicians & Surgeons
- Specialists
- Students & Residents for training programs
How to Apply
This posting represents an open recruitment effort. Submit your CV and tell us your specialty interests to start a conversation about how your skills can contribute to our mission of enhancing the quality of life for the Chickasaw people and other First Americans. Please enter an email address you check regularly, as this will be our primary method of communication when positions become available. Qualified candidates who express interest will be considered for positions as they become available. We encourage interested professionals to submit their credentials now to be among the first considered when opportunities arise. Explore opportunities at one of the most stable and innovative health care systems in Oklahoma.
The Chickasaw Nation Department of Health is part of a diverse economic portfolio with 100+ successful businesses and 14,000+ employees, contributing $5.5 billion annually to Oklahoma's economy.
This position is located within the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) in the Ada Primary Care Clinic located in the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center (CNMC), or in the Satellite Health Clinics located in Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo. The purpose of this position is to perform specialty medicine dealing with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood.
Responsibilities
- Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types
- Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
- Partners with internal and external services as needed to ensure appropriate referral is made
- Greets and engages with a smile
- Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes
- Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
- Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
- Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment
- Maintains and promotes professionalism
- Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
- Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
- Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.
- Protects the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy
- Transfers care as appropriate utilizing the SBAR system
- Acts as a consultant to other physicians
- Ensures continuity of care
- Provides comprehensive medical services in pediatric care
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
- Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
- Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
- Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other. rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
- Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
- Maintains clear and complete employee health records
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
Experience:
- 3 years directly related experience
Licenses:
- Board Certification in Pediatrics
- Pass general background check
- Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration Number
- Unrestricted Medical License
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Working Conditions:
- Potential exposure to biohazards
- Potential exposure to contagious diseases
- Pass pre-employment drug test
- Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
- Operate surgical tools
- Sitting up to 50% of shift
- Standing up to 100% of shift
How to Apply
If you have any questions about this open position or wish to express interest, please complete the form below and upload your CV or resume and cover letter (cover letter is optional). Please enter an email address you check regularly, as this will be our primary method of communication regarding your application and next steps.